Lawrence Hopewell Trail Plans First 5K Fundraiser In May

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ — The Lawrence Hopewell Trail will host its first Complete the Loop 5K and Fun Run on May 2 at Rosedale Park, officials announced.

The 9 a.m. event will offer a timed 5K race for runners and walkers ages 8 and older, plus a family-friendly fun run open to all ages, according to organizers.

Early bird registration is $35 for the 5K and $25 for the fun run through Feb. 28. Prices increase to $40 and $30, respectively, starting March 1. Participants registered by April 26 will receive a race T-shirt, with remaining shirts available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The event will raise funds to complete the remaining four segments of the 20-mile multi-use trail connecting Hopewell and Lawrence townships, according to the Lawrence Hopewell Trail, a nonprofit funded by grants and private donations.

“While many people already enjoy running, walking, and cycling on the trail, this event is an opportunity to bring our community together at one of its most scenic locations for a morning of fun, recreation, and purpose," said David Sandahl, chair of the Lawrence Hopewell Trail Board of Trustees. "We are deeply grateful to everyone supporting the important work of completing the loop.”

Hopewell Township Mayor David Chait said the township is proud of its partnership in completing the loop.

"The Complete the Loop 5k is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the progress being made on the Lawrence Hopewell Trail. Hopewell Township is proud of its partnership in the effort to complete the loop, and I’m looking forward to seeing the community come out in support of this exciting event," Chait said.

Fleet Feet Princeton and Clinical Research Philadelphia are sponsoring the event.

The event has no rain date. Updates will be posted at www.lhtrail.org. Registration and details are available at https://lhtrail.org/5k/.

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